Sexton sets sights on World Cup swansong
Ireland captain Johnny Sexton said he hopes to go out on “a high, not a whimper” after he signed a contract extension through to the 2023 Rugby World Cup on Tuesday.
Dupont injury scare for Grand Slam-chasing France
France suffered a scare ahead of Friday’s Six Nations clash with Wales as captain Antoine Dupont left training with his left arm bandaged and an ice pack wrapped round it.
Wales to risk Francis despite surgeon’s warning
Wales say prop Tomas Francis is available for selection against France in the Six Nations on Friday despite a strong warning from a surgeon that he risks “serious harm” after suffering a head injury against England.
Eddie waxes lyrical about ‘favourites’ Ireland
England boss Eddie Jones says Ireland are “the most cohesive side in the world”, installing Andy Farrell’s men as favourites for Saturday’s Six Nations showdown at Twickenham.
Scotland call up Hastings for trip to Rome
Scotland have called up Adam Hastings for Saturday’s Six Nations clash with perennial strugglers Italy in Rome.
Henderson locks back in to face England
Lock Iain Henderson has returned to the Ireland squad ahead of this weekend’s Six Nations clash against England at Twickenham, Irish rugby chiefs announced on Monday.
Dallaglio: Who’s Eddie Jones trying to kid?
Former England captain Lawrence Dallaglio has lashed out at head coach Eddie Jones’ claims of a “new dawn” for the national side.
Underhill in, Dombrandt out as England brace for Ireland
Sam Underhill has been recalled to the England squad ahead of their Six Nations match against Ireland next Saturday.
Blow for France as playmaker suffers injury relapse
Matthieu Jalibert’s injury issues continued on Sunday when the young flyhalf pulled out of France’s squad to face Wales in the Six Nations.
Rassie backs plan for Boks to join Six Nations
Rassie Erasmus has given his support behind the global calendar shake-up that would see the Springboks leave the Rugby Championship to join the Six Nations.
